Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid
Kiltegan, Wicklow
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 77 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 41 girls, 36 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18502A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Naomh Bríd is a Catholic primary school situated in the rural village of Talbotstown, Kiltegan, County Wicklow, at the foot of Keadeen Mountain. Under the patronage of the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin, the school aims to provide a secure, happy learning environment where every pupil can reach their full potential. The ethos is firmly rooted in Gospel values, with a strong emphasis on respect, inclusivity and equality of access for children of all nationalities, religions, cultures and ethnicities. The school’s facilities have recently been extended and now comprise four modern classrooms, two specialist support rooms, a staff room, an office, two playgrounds and a large playing pitch. A broad range of extra‑curricular activities is offered, including tag‑rugby, soccer, GAA, basketball, gymnastics, hip‑hop dancing and swimming, as well as regular quiz clubs and competitions. The curriculum is delivered with a focus on high educational standards, personalised support and the development of each child’s talents, preparing them to become caring, well‑adapted adults.
History
The current school building was originally constructed in 1962. Since then the school has expanded its facilities and staff to meet the needs of the local community while maintaining its Catholic ethos and commitment to inclusive education.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid
For a September 2027 place, a school's formal admissions process cannot begin before 1 October 2026. The school sets its own opening and closing dates in its annual admission notice.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid. Individual schools set their own discretionary closure days, confirm exact dates with the school.
- October Mid-Term Break: Mon 26 Oct – Fri 30 Oct 2026
- Christmas Holidays: Wed 23 Dec 2026 – Tue 5 Jan 2027
- February Mid-Term Break: Thu 18 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (post-primary schools: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027)
- Easter Holidays: Mon 22 Mar – Sun 4 Apr 2027
Primary schools close for the last two days of the February mid-term week and may use discretionary days to take the full week, so their break can be shorter than post-primary schools'.
Frequently asked questions about Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid has 77 pupils enrolled, 41 girls and 36 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid is not part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme of additional supports for schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage. Not holding DEIS status says nothing about how good a school is, only about the profile of the community it serves.
What is the ethos of Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Brid has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.